Tag: US Tariff

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U.S. Unveils 25% Tariff on High-End Semiconductors as ‘Phase One’ Move, Signals Further Actions to Protect National Security

The Asia Live News Service - January 16, 2026
The U.S. Commerce Department’s decision to impose a 25% national security tariff on selected high-end semiconductor imports marks an initial step in a broader strategy to shield and expand the domestic chip industry, a senior administration official said on Thursday....
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China Posts Record $1.19 Trillion Trade Surplus in 2025 as Exporters Pivot to Southeast Asia, Africa, and Latin America Amid Renewed US Tariff Pressures

The Asia Live News Service - January 14, 2026
China reported a historic trade achievement in 2025 on Wednesday, posting a record US$1.189 trillion trade surplus as exporters adapted to renewed US tariff pressures under the second Trump administration. The figure, comparable to the GDP of a top-20 global...
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China’s Industrial Growth Rises Marginally in November, but Weak Retail Sales Spur Calls for Greater Stimulus Amid Looming US Tariff Threats

The Asia Live News Service - December 16, 2024
China's industrial output showed a slight improvement in November 2024, offering a glimmer of hope for an economy struggling with weak domestic consumption and looming trade challenges. However, lackluster retail sales growth underscored the pressing need for more aggressive stimulus...